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Join me in my life's adventure, let's journey-in!http://www.cacainadjourney.com/noreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)Blogger1433125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-2677629527231529709Thu, 09 Nov 2017 20:17:00 +00002017-11-09T12:17:29.288-08:00Personal Referrals<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="color: #454545; font-family: &quot;.SF UI Display&quot;; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 4px;"><span style="font-family: &quot;.SFUIDisplay-Semibold&quot;; font-size: 21pt; font-weight: bold;">Referral System (Sign-up on me):&nbsp;</span></div><div style="color: #454545; font-family: &quot;.SF UI Text&quot;; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; min-height: 22.7px;"><span style="font-family: &quot;.SFUIText&quot;; font-size: 19pt;"></span><br /></div><div style="color: #454545; font-family: &quot;.SF UI Text&quot;; font-size: 19px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: &quot;.SFUIText&quot;; font-size: 19pt;">CHASE: Earn a $150 bonus with Chase Freedom. 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As I can remember, it had been already three (3) years that I kept renewing such domain as I still had the urge that one day I'll be back actively in the blogland. I actually tried to log-in to renew it but forgot my username of my MJBM blog to which in the back of my mind, it says why can't it be renewed or one for all accounts so it's&nbsp; not that hard to log-in if in case you forgot the username or password. Ha! And that I have to check why it was not automatic renewed again. Ah! Alright, I already went up and beyond as usual but decided to just let it go. So there you are, my blog's domain of myjourney-being-mommy(.)com with its name: My Journey Being a Mommy is not alive in the Internet anymore. I could have put it on blogspot but I do not have thinking on my mind right now. I just hide in my dashboard. It is some kind of hassle of my mind right now, somehow. Ha!<br /><br />I also gave-up a year ago my other blog "TIR" (or its blog name:Thoughts, Ideas and Resources) with its domain name: www.thoughts-ideas-resources(.com). I cannot keep up anymore so, I just let it go too.<br /><br />So just to let you know that those two (2) domains are not associated with my name anymore.<br /><br /><br />~ Cacai M.~</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2017/02/no-longer-owned-domain-of-my-mjbm-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-1870824610082246571Tue, 29 Sep 2015 22:34:00 +00002015-09-29T15:34:19.927-07:00Happy Tuesday! <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">From this side of the world, Los Angeles California with a Pacific Time, time check: 3:24 PM as I began to type and we are about to go for a blood draw, but all I gonna say is "Happy Tuesday!". However you are feeling right now as being happy, sad, frustrated, furious, or what, remember to just slip it away. It won't be forever. Yeah, you bet it is easier than done, but free up yourself. Being angry doesn't help, but being abused not either! I always go for peace, but inner peace is better! You just gonna exercise that confidence and stand up for yourself. If you can't, then accept the fact, hey don't give up yet! Alright, what I have been talking about is just to uplift everyone reading this or how you gonna use this as long as it is for good, I'm all for that! Hey, yeah! And so, have a great day! Let's just&nbsp; be optimistic as well as being realistic, okay?! Thanks and I'll see ya soon.. For now, I'll just have to get ready going to my other journey, appointment or something like that. It is for the health, so I have to go. Bye for now! Smile. ^__^ (time check: 3:33 PM) </div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2015/09/happy-tuesday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-4751704881562541305Tue, 29 Sep 2015 22:19:00 +00002017-02-25T17:50:23.253-08:00At LAC Arboretum <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1FqV9ibHxvc/WLI0JMlyhYI/AAAAAAAAF78/NaUpQvWYljQCIIvv_atO2neq-XhYevxJQCLcB/s1600/DSC_0354.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="425" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1FqV9ibHxvc/WLI0JMlyhYI/AAAAAAAAF78/NaUpQvWYljQCIIvv_atO2neq-XhYevxJQCLcB/s640/DSC_0354.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>This was taken about two weeks after my birthday this year. This was at Los Angeles County Arboretum. I love how serene the place is, with birds, peacock and maybe insects (although I haven't seen one) thinking about hectares of flowers/gardens. This place also has small fountain, big swimming pool and other one in its other side. Although, I doubt the the two swimming pools are good for swimming but just for decoration, geese also are there, but the good thing is it is not that dirty as you think, thinking about lots of geese swimming and such. It has a lot of areas and a lot to do for trekking at the same looking at the wonderful plants and some gentle animals, those creations! Two hours wasn't enough. One advise I can give is to go there first thing in the morning so you can enjoy your fee, ha! Okay, so you can enjoy as much as you like or better yet, go there one area at a time. It's great for picture-taking! :-) There's an area (where a big decoration pool is located), is usually being used when having a concert and such. It is large enough to accommodate lots of folks! There's an area where the white house is located which is being used when there are events as well, actually there are many big areas one can use if thinking of hosting an event. Great, isn't it? Ah, serenity, nature, those flowers, cacti and alike! </div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2015/09/at-lac-arboretum.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-4165729791658560902Tue, 29 Sep 2015 21:55:00 +00002015-09-29T14:57:22.633-07:00Some Resorts are Made to Bring People Closer Together<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Whether you are traveling alone and want to meet new people or are traveling with a group of your friends or family members, some resorts bring people together with ease. If you want to get involved in group activities and bond with your group or people that have the same interests as you, stay in a resort that offers all sorts of group activities. Many resorts, such as the <a href="http://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-guide/new-paltz/hotels">Mohonk Mountain Hous</a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null">e</a>, offer activities for all ages to enjoy and bond over.<br /><br />Welcoming Fireplaces<br />There is nothing like a huge fireplace blazing in the winter time to draw in people who want to get warm and cozy. There are many resorts that have large fireplaces in places where everyone in the resort can enjoy them. There may be games like chess available right across from these fireplaces and places for people to sit and get to know each other better. <br /><br />Group Activities<br />Some resorts offer group activities like daily hiking trips or yoga classes. These activities can help people have a good time together. <br /><br />Outdoor Entertainment<br />There are many activities that people can do alone or with their family and friends. Fishing and swimming is fun to do in the warm months, and these activities can help groups get closer together or will give people traveling solo a chance to meet others. In the winter months, cross-country skiing or ice skating can be a fun way to spend time around others. Some resorts offer garden tours or have horse back riding or carriage rides that can be very entertaining. If you enjoy nature, you can always spend time with your family or friends in the great outdoors. <br /><br />Dining<br />When you are staying at a high end resort, you can enjoy having delicious dining options on-site. Many people enjoy spending time together over a good meal. If you stay in a resort that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, you can always schedule a time to eat with your fellow travelers. <br /><br />Suites<br />If you stay in a nice resort, you can reserve a suite for your family or group to stay in. There can be separate places to sleep, but a sitting room to connect everyone. People staying in a suite will be able to spend plenty of time together when they are not enjoying other group activities around the resort. When families or groups stay together, they can have a fun time relaxing together. <br /><br />If you are looking for a way to reconnect with your family or just want to spend time with your friends, reserve a room at a resort that offers all sorts of interesting group activities. If you are traveling solo, you can enjoy getting to know people during your stay thanks to all of the chances you will have to connect with others. Get the most out of your trip when you stay at a resort that helps bring people together.</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2015/09/some-resorts-are-made-to-bring-people.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-7831344807651959085Tue, 13 May 2014 08:39:00 +00002015-07-30T13:32:36.330-07:00Updated My BFFs Links on These Blog<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">In case you are wondering that you may see me in your FEDJIT. In case you think why I did not leave a message, comment or such. Just in case. I just want to let you know that I am updating my BFF Links in here.<br /><br />Now you know, or so. :-) Just sad to say that some are already too busy to let me know that they did not renew their domains anymore or just to let me know that they can't have it anymore for whatever reason. Or maybe that's just the way they are. Okay, just kidding. Enough of the drama. :-)<br /><br />Have a great day/night everyone! I hope life is treating everyone fairly well. Smile. :-)</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2014/05/updated-my-bffs-links-on-these-blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-2068635055316278019Tue, 06 May 2014 08:03:00 +00002014-05-07T00:49:46.921-07:00birthdayExposition Parkfamily affairFamily/Family CircleFamily/Family Circle/family mattersHappy-nessRose GardenMy 30isshhhh Bday!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Whew! It has been long time having been here!<br /><br />How's everything, how's everybody? I hope everyone's treating you fairly! As to my end, nothing much, just my birthday the day before this day. Mayo Cinco, eh? Yep, together I celebrate such commemoration!<br /><br />So how was it?<br /><br />I don't really had a blast, but all went fairly well. My DH (Dear Husband) is a home-buddy type of person, as in he likes to stay at home 90% (if not 100%) and it's a little "really" thing 'coz you know, it's some kind of a boring thing, but then, that's what he is. Though, he is like that, he still goes out sometimes or should I say drives me and our daughter to somewhere, well it's only sometimes 'coz there are many appointments during the last day of the week for either one of the three of us or for all of us. You don't want to imagine. That's how hectic our schedule is. Also, I could not remember we traveled together for a week or two-weeks vacation. He use some of the hours in a day to have an important appointment, so it is still totaled into full vacation of two-weeks in a year or so, only that it is being spent through getting hours to hours for as I said important appointments. It is some kind of kinda weird but we are saving it for the future, or the money that could be spent for such just has to be saved, or something like that. We are not an extravagant little family. And we're hoping that one day we could spend it the way we deserve. Okay, so much for that. I will be crying if I could go on and on. Whew! And so I can only wish for a site-seeing for famous attractions nearby to which I was not able to enjoy of about five years of stay here in USA with my husband. I don't like to complain.<br /><br />And so, a day before my natal was a plan to go to Aquarium of the Pacific and yes, hubby is okay for that as I said a birthday treat as a family. Wink. Wink. And I can only be excited. That day will be Sunday, a weekend. So we have to be there at opening time @ 9:00 - 10:00 A.M. to bet the crowds. That's the plan. And I did plan too of what to bring, prepare, and these and those. Night came. And you bet, our princess was not able to sleep early or, sleep&nbsp;@ 7 P.M. and woke-up @ 11 P.M. then up until 2 A.M. Whew! And yes, I was so tired to wake-up early and I was thinking of our princess. So we slept what our body needs. And decided to go to Huntington Botanical Garden and there we go but they're only up to 4:30 P.M. And we left at home 3:00 PM,hubby drove. "is it worth it? " -- that's what was on our mind in the middle of the road going to Huntington BG. And we talked about it. And suddenly I just said, "we will just go to Rose Garden" in Exposition Park in Los Angeles as hubby suggested as he knows the place and he used to go there as it is near where he live when he was a child until high school. As it's already late and we could not enjoy fully the HBG (to think its entrance is $23 each, though free for child and parking) but Rose Garden is free and up until 6:00 P.M., just pay for $10 parking. And hubby thinks that I enjoy roses very much. Just as we were about to turn to San Marino (it's already near the HBG), hubby turned the wheel on to Rose Garden, just was we decided. Yay! Off we went. Hubby started to talk about his used-to-be life whilst in the Exposition Park and told me what are those big buildings are, and these and those. It was great listening and talking to him!<br /><br />Yes, Rose Garden in Exposition Park is fantastic! It has 145 varieties of roses. I enjoyed looking at the beds and bushes of beautiful fantastic roses. Then I remember the classic story of a fairy tale of Beauty and the Beast where a place of amazing beautiful roses can only be found. And I don't know if there's a place that you can compare of it. Sure enough, I so enjoyed it there. And the moment we found the area to rest to which it is one of the white-painted beautiful rest house inside the Rose Garden. The moment we rested, I then grabbed a corn-in-a-cob and the "suman" that I brought. I got cold drink. The two (my hubby and about-3-yrs old daughter) didn't want anything but me, so off they enjoyed gazing each other in the walking area of the roses' bushes. I got the chance to capture some great memories of them whilst munching on. Then I was done eating. Getting ready to explore the whole garden. Hubby was tired driving and gazing each other (with my daughter), to which he enjoyed. He stayed with the stroller in the big fountain where it is located in the middle. Just so you know, we stayed in the farthest side, so he still was able to enjoy the half-way, although he used to enjoy it (as I said when he was a child until high school). The little lady and I tour around the garden and take pics, running after each other, laugh out loud and even lying the cool clean grasses. Just pure laugh. And the little miss kept saying "hi" to people she saw whilst they look at her. She's my friendly little bug and I can't be more proud. Smile. And ooh did I say that some big birds flying and did its sound. And I got a shot of such! Sounds cool, isn't it? Yeps, it was great surrounded with beautiful 145 varieties of blooming bushes of roses. We wanna go back there next spring! <br /><br />On my very day, the husband handed me a beautiful big birthday card (with bucks of course. he he he!) with a meaningful and wonderful message, just what I want. :-) A happy birthday, indeed!<br /><br />(Some pictures in the Rose Garden to be uploaded soon) </div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2014/05/my-30isshhhh-bday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-1150815237657295602Wed, 27 Nov 2013 16:48:00 +00002013-11-27T08:48:44.333-08:00greetingOccasionAdvance Happy Thanksgiving!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Tomorrow (Nov 28, '13) will be the Thanksgiving Day celebration here in United States of A. So this is a pre-day greeting to all of you folks! Am I the first one to greet you? I hope so! Ha ha!<br /><br />And so, what is your plan for tomorrow? What will you be preparing? Turkey, green beans, mashed potato and some wine? Some music? Ah ha! I bet it would be a lot of fun for family, friends or colleague. That is so awesome of&nbsp; you guys! I also think you would go to the church as a basic solemn place to thank God above everything else, or it is not really necessary to go there if it is not possible. One can even pray in the solemn place in the house, but of course it is great to be in the church --- whichever works, right?<br /><br />Once again, Advance (for tomorrow) Happy Thanksgiving everyone! For me, I'm always thankful that I'm still here doing some posting. I'm thankful of you!<br /><br />Have a great day and continue to be grateful for every challenge and of course the smiles. Be optimistic as well as realistic. Don't forget to be happy despite of the downs or trials in life, it's just spices. Hold your ground. Smile! :-)</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/11/advance-happy-thanksgiving.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-2997440524118287217Tue, 26 Nov 2013 17:40:00 +00002013-11-26T09:40:55.261-08:00Family/Family Circle/family matterspersonalScience and HealthOver-the-Counter Medicines<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Medicines, is important in our health. Whether you like it or not, I don't believe you haven't taken a medicine ever once in your life, be it as you're a mom, dad, granny or even if you're a teen and such. We just need medicine in our life. I know right, many of us that as much as possible we love home-made medicines or herbal products and opted taking it first before such medicines. I used of doing that before going to the next level, as in if it cannot be healed through such. True enough, when I was still in my birth country Philippines, I used to take such proven <a href="http://www.unilab.com.ph/consumers/">over-the-counter medicines</a> and even until now that I'm already here in United States of A, I still know those. And anyone who wants my suggestions of such specific ones, I can still say like flanax is good for flu, or that enervon hp for individuals supplement for strong bones and muscles. And the list could go on. Ask me and I can tell you more. My folks told me about it. And I can never be more thankful of them for teaching me basic over-the-counter meds to which I need to take when situation calls. We don't need to rush to clinic or to doctors if it is not necessary, such are just enough as first-aid.<br /><br />What about you, do you take over-the-counter medicines? </div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/11/over-counter-medicines.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-6658622579562339916Sun, 10 Nov 2013 19:23:00 +00002013-11-10T11:23:45.483-08:00life's journeylifestyleNecessities<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Of all the things we spend money on each month, some could be considered things we need, and some could be considered things we don’t need or just a want. But the distinction between the two is not that easy to make. What must we buy? Well, we have to wear clothes everyday and have shoes on our feet. If we get sick, we may need a prescription medicine to help us get better. Other products or services, such as haircut or cosmetics, are less necessary, but have become an important part of today’s lifestyle.<br /><br />One problem a lot of people have with clothes is they buy something and then never wear it. I have some shirts I bought and then never wore, even though buying them seemed like a good decision at the time. Buying clothes is both a practical and an emotional decision, and you’re going to make mistakes. There is really no good solution to it. So what I recommend is, go look for something you would be proud to wear. Buy it and wear it. <br /><br /></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/11/necessities.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-4162608427088812200Thu, 10 Oct 2013 23:34:00 +00002013-11-10T11:24:20.105-08:00Autumn/Fall SeasonWinter SeasonThe Best Skiing Places In The World To Visit<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />Winter season is fast approaching, though this Autumn season, snow already showing.<br /><br />During this winter/cold season, one of the most sought after outdoor activities would be skiing. There have been ski camps these days that has been prepared solely for the cold season and for the long holiday break. There are also camps that can accommodate visitors all year round. They are located in the highlands wherein ices don’t melt. The best ski camps in the world are those that are located in the northern part of the globe like those in the cold European countries. Switzerland got approximately 200+ ski resorts while Germany got almost 200, though Eastern part of United States is the best place too!<br /><br />&nbsp;These countries can offer the best ski experience more than any country in the world and they got the facilities as well. They can even hold international ski tournaments as well as luxurious ski escapades. If you’re planning to enhance your ski skills, then you should visit these places. Who knows you’ll become one of the best ski players in the world and check out these places. It would be awesome, isn't it?<br /><br />&nbsp; (Guest post)<br /><br /></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/10/the-best-skiing-places-in-world-to-visit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8114645238634520312Thu, 03 Oct 2013 05:29:00 +00002013-10-10T17:18:26.310-07:00<a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/5809969/?claim=2mm3n9xv6bq">Follow my blog with Bloglovin</a><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/10/hrefhttpwww.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8504577756347604635Sun, 29 Sep 2013 10:17:00 +00002013-09-29T11:00:32.320-07:00friends and family bondingLife is Beautifullife's journeyReminiscing<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">This picture (which is pixelated, I know, sorry about that) was taken more than five years ago. I was just few months after I arrived here in United States of A. I was there together with my friend Au &amp; her hubby. That was in Our Lady of Angels here in Los Angeles, California. It is quiet famous as many tourists went there. Though, it is just 15 minutes away from where my little family live, still it is quite far as it will be crossed in a freeway. It really needs time to go there unlike a chapel here near us (three minutes drive or seven minutes walk *walking is a good exercise*). I can always look at it when passed-by going to my daughter's appointment in Vermont Ave, Los Angeles (plus the Jollibee food chain) once a day, every week, though. Anyway, this picture doesn't do justice, this church is beautiful in actual much more nowadays. <br />&nbsp; <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xyKstFvvdEo/UkhqTeASlTI/AAAAAAAAFcE/aZ234QTj2G0/s1600/Our+Lady+of+Angels+Church+in+Los+Angeles,+CA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xyKstFvvdEo/UkhqTeASlTI/AAAAAAAAFcE/aZ234QTj2G0/s1600/Our+Lady+of+Angels+Church+in+Los+Angeles,+CA.jpg" /></a></div>I plan to go back and spend time there one day soon. Can't you guess, I also miss by slim bod here. Ha! Reminiscing. Now I'm already 120-124 lbs. Whew! </div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/09/reminiscing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8672633949654266322Sun, 29 Sep 2013 09:47:00 +00002013-09-29T11:01:26.104-07:00Okabashi Slippers/Shoes<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: left;">I love Made in USA stuffs! This Okabashi slippers are just good as where it has been made, yes, it is Made in USA! Good thing I had been given an opportunity to review their quality stuffs. Then off I went to select. I got a Size 7<a href="http://www.okabashi.com/Okabashi-Indigo/dp/B006M672D4?field_availability=-1&amp;field_browse=2359392011&amp;field_product_site_launch_date_utc=-1y&amp;id=Okabashi+Indigo&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;refinementHistory=subjectbin%2Ccolor_map%2Csize_name&amp;searchNodeID=2359392011&amp;searchPage=1&amp;searchRank=salesrank&amp;searchSize=12"> Brown/Patent color of Indigo</a> for myself and Size 11 of <a href="http://www.okabashi.com/Okabashi-Weave/dp/B0054R64PY?field_availability=-1&amp;field_browse=2359390011&amp;field_product_site_launch_date_utc=-1y&amp;id=Okabashi+Weave&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;refinementHistory=subjectbin%2Ccolor_map%2Csize_name&amp;searchNodeID=2359390011&amp;searchPage=1&amp;searchRank=salesrank&amp;searchSize=12">Weave (Black color)</a>. In a matter of days, I had it on our feet. They are fast in shipping. To my surprise, I love the style of what my husband's choice. It is light, neat and I love its weave. Mine on the other hand is cool and the color is what I expected, though I wish it had been a lightweight (but that's just my own opinion, I'm quite sure that there's a purpose why it has been like that), other than that I love all its feature. Both have soft sole and its arc felt the feet relax. Also, its costumer service is as fast as lightning if you need or ask something. All in all, it's a great slippers! --- Made in USA.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--3Slu6k4IDA/UkfzjKFLmHI/AAAAAAAAFb0/0opM2z0GOPw/s1600/Okabashi+Shoes,+Slippers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--3Slu6k4IDA/UkfzjKFLmHI/AAAAAAAAFb0/0opM2z0GOPw/s1600/Okabashi+Shoes,+Slippers.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;I received products above complimentary from <a href="http://www.okabashi.com/">Okabashi</a> in return for a review or testing purposes. </div></div></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/09/okabashi-slippersshoes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-3495573008398914319Sun, 29 Sep 2013 08:59:00 +00002013-09-29T01:59:38.897-07:00LivelihoodHandicrafts by Filipinos<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">People create handicrafts for various reasons. As much as Americans and other people around the globe, Filipinos love and enjoy expressing themselves artistically as they create objects like wood carvings, woven baskets, lampshades, trays, home décor and many others. And one quality of the Filipinos have, is that Filipinos love to make and do things with their bare hands. They learn the craft as a challenging and entertaining hobby at the start. They do it during their free time and/or during weekends.<br /><br />Engaging in handicraft is a very interesting passion. But what usually starts as a hobby can be a good source of livelihood, too. Some Philippine handicrafts are exported to the United States, Australia, some part in Europe, and co-Asian countries. In the Philippines, tourists crowd handicrafts stores to buy souvenirs items to bring home. By the way, just a short note, Miss Philippines has been crowned as Miss World 2013 which was held yesterday in Jakarta, Indonesia. Congratulations to Megan Lynne Young. She makes Filipino proud.<br /><br /></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/09/handicrafts-by-filipinos.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-6352743889191533060Sun, 29 Sep 2013 08:42:00 +00002013-09-29T01:42:29.965-07:00Aurorae Capri Pants and a Soy Candle <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I received the products below complimentary from <a href="http://www.auroraeyoga.com/">Aurorae </a>review or testing purposes. <br /><br /><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Imnmk67xFFg/UgDGQ5fE1LI/AAAAAAAAFWo/RcESUOEui80/s1600/Aurorae+Pants.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Imnmk67xFFg/UgDGQ5fE1LI/AAAAAAAAFWo/RcESUOEui80/s400/Aurorae+Pants.jpg" width="383" /></a>&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have been meaning to write blog post/s but due to some things and stuffs that has come to attention first which caught me up before my draft has been finished. But anyway, here I am, at your service. Wink. ;-)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Yours truly is into jogging lately, though I really wanted to have a yoga class even every weekend for an hour but time constraints that I cannot just do it as for this time. And I don't want to force the circumstances. And off I go the easy and typical way to sweat and boast my confidence. Brisk-walking, jogging or running --- off I go! So that capri pants above is sure an addition to my exercise suit. I really like how it is fitted. I just have to use a long shirt to cover my "a little big booty" , ha! Next time I need to get the medium size unlike the other ones I bought that it is size small. Yes, one tip is to get the next size of your size to get the best one. Other than that, I love the way it is! Surely, a good suit for me!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TQgq204Q5GE/UgDFfpdYGJI/AAAAAAAAFWg/YJYvNj9N9dU/s1600/Aurorae+Candle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TQgq204Q5GE/UgDFfpdYGJI/AAAAAAAAFWg/YJYvNj9N9dU/s640/Aurorae+Candle.jpg" width="480" /></a></div>APledge Aurorae Candle, the Harmony Lavender Soy, is also a bomb. I like its smell and of course its color as lavender is my favorite color, as you know (if you don't, then now you know, *wink*) This is great if you're into meditation or when you're into romantic moment. Off the electric lights and light the candle on.<br /><br />Aurorae sells the <a href="http://www.auroraeyoga.com/products.html">best reviewed yoga mat</a>s,&nbsp; yoga apparel, and&nbsp; yoga and meditation accessories online. You can browse their yoga mats, yoga bags, yoga apparel and other <a href="http://www.auroraeyoga.com/">yoga accessories here</a>. </div></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/09/aurorae-capri-pants-and-soy-candle.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8734885601790210072Sun, 29 Sep 2013 07:57:00 +00002013-09-29T01:07:54.460-07:00Life is BeautifulpersonalRandom Thought of the DayHappy Sunday!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Time check ---&gt; 12:57 A.M. (Pacific Daylight Time or as commonly seen "PDT") as of September 29, 2013. One day to go before the September end day. So how's everyone, what's up?<br /><br />Me? I have been caught up with a lot of things especially with a two-year old toddler. You know, it is really had being a mom juggling being a home-maker, as a mom and as a wife with no assistant or a help. I have to focus on my child but I also have to cook, clean and everything associated with that house work as well as being myself and keep my sanity intact all the time. I guess, that's all we are all working on, especially the latter, isn't it? Ooh well, you can't relate if you're not a mom yet.<br /><br />Anyway, have a great Sunday everyone! Spread the positive vibes. By the way positive vibes doesn't mean it doesn't have negative aspects but rather, being positive means overcoming the negative/s! Be optimistic. <br /><br />Once again, happy Sunday! </div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/09/blog-post.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-1256608940653235914Sun, 29 Sep 2013 06:12:00 +00002013-09-28T23:36:39.532-07:00Slimsoft Toothbrush<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-w364tV-2G6c/UkfBAWX-F6I/AAAAAAAAFbM/WMyPqBbnOPM/s1600/17x+Slimmer+Tip+Bristles.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-w364tV-2G6c/UkfBAWX-F6I/AAAAAAAAFbM/WMyPqBbnOPM/s320/17x+Slimmer+Tip+Bristles.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>&nbsp;A toothbrush is important to our health, specifically to our mouth part, the gums --- otherwise, we could have a gum disease due to our teeth/gum problem. And that will happen when no proper care or toothbrush to our teeth. As much as we love foods and chocolates as well as other stuffs that we put in our mouth, proper and consistent&nbsp; toothbrush is what we basically need in order to keep it clean and healthy.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-i_im_1qd-hs/Uke4SV8mD0I/AAAAAAAAFaA/-_JuMgHOlOU/s1600/SlimSoft+Colgate+Toothbrush+for+review+in+complimentary+from+Influenster.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-i_im_1qd-hs/Uke4SV8mD0I/AAAAAAAAFaA/-_JuMgHOlOU/s320/SlimSoft+Colgate+Toothbrush+for+review+in+complimentary+from+Influenster.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iTIoR02c2UA/UkfA-NBG9-I/AAAAAAAAFbE/GJLJMSZDcCU/s1600/SlimSoft+Colgate+Toothbrush+from+Influenster+to+Review.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iTIoR02c2UA/UkfA-NBG9-I/AAAAAAAAFbE/GJLJMSZDcCU/s320/SlimSoft+Colgate+Toothbrush+from+Influenster+to+Review.jpg" width="320" /></a>I assume (to which it is basically what everyone does) that we do brush our teeth regularly or at least three times a day (or even once a day), but, isn't it that the only thing we are concerned of? Way back years, I was not really particular of what kind of toothbrush did I use in brushing my teeth. Then one day, I came to my dentist and she told me that it has to be soft so it won't damage my gums. And I thought it won't clean that best because of such softness but then I still use it though I have other a little hard one in alternate or whenever I need to have it, so all in all I have two at a time. Then came this SlimSoft Toothbrush of Colgate which is said to be 17x Slimmer Tip Bristles for a Deep Clean complimentary from Influenster for me to review. And yes, it does did its job! As in I really like it because of the softness and like it says slimmer tip bristles! So I don't need to use two toothbrush at a time. Now, I switch to this toothbrush! The best so far, for me. I can guarantee its quality!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-N1lhXyEHPhQ/Uke-IrUUIJI/AAAAAAAAFao/zs7DnaI8om4/s1600/voxbox-blogimage-popup2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-N1lhXyEHPhQ/Uke-IrUUIJI/AAAAAAAAFao/zs7DnaI8om4/s1600/voxbox-blogimage-popup2.png" /></a></div><br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">"I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes."</blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/09/slimsoft-toothbrush.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-3093594920742647312Fri, 30 Aug 2013 09:33:00 +00002013-08-30T02:33:20.897-07:00BlogginghobbiesLife is Beautifullife's journeyWomen's InterestWriting Keeping a Journal<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I have been keeping a journal since I was in high school. When I reached college, I wrote more or let me say, I made more that in later years. I had a hard time which place should I stock those piles. I don’t like the thought anyone going through my journals while I am still alive.<br /><br />Someone asked me, what’s in your journal? I told her, oh well, they are personal experiences, mostly what my day was or a weekend like or my aspirations. I also recorded some love moments and even the fights and confused moments. I think keeping journal is a healthy habit. It may look weird for some because it makes an introvert person more introvert, but to me, it’s kind of healthy because if there is no one near you, or if one is not comfortable sharing her deepest thoughts, she has the journal to pour out her feelings.<br /><br />Keeping a journal is not just for girls. There are men who kept one, too. Even great men have journals. Examples of men who kept a journal or diary are Ralph Waldo Emerson, Kurt Cobain, Ronald Reagan, and Captain Cook. These are just some of them. There are or course a lot of women who can add up to this list.<br /><br />So, if you want to end up like any of them, keep writing! It does not matter if it’s only for your eyes, the important thing is you write about the moments of your life. :-)</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/08/keeping-journal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-4286045886272838325Fri, 30 Aug 2013 08:50:00 +00002013-08-30T01:50:42.534-07:00Alcohol-Free MouthWash from Swish<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eSO3jaVZ8ZI/UiBPo7f-mbI/AAAAAAAAFXQ/P8fuYaaDU2E/s1600/Swish+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eSO3jaVZ8ZI/UiBPo7f-mbI/AAAAAAAAFXQ/P8fuYaaDU2E/s400/Swish+1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>About the end of the conversation in the Skype with my immediate maiden family in the Philippines, my youngest sister Lovely had a conversation in her phone from <a href="http://www.unilab.com.ph/consumers/">Unilab</a> that they're going to deliver something. And I humbly shouted that it's the Swish that they gave out sample for review in exchange of my/our honest opinion. And I am one of the lucky juror (ah ha! Wink*) to be sent of this product. With the approval of my co-blogger who handle as a middleman, I have my my maiden family there as my recipient. <br /><br />Mouthwash is a must here in our home in USA (and I bet in most home, if not every home) and alcohol-free is the best. The alcohol-free by the way is the new upgrade mouthwash from "with-alcohol" (apparently). Since this upgrade product is also new in the Philippines, I did not hesitate to say "yes" for my family there in the Philippines to try the new mouthwash, yes --- Swish. It's flavor is a taste of mangosteen fruit to which according to them is refreshing and they can really taste the fruit flavor on it. Yes, they like it! Their verdict is 5/5. Awesome. :-)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O1mJq2SiKMg/UiBPq1FpbXI/AAAAAAAAFXY/xy7PMCbE8TU/s1600/Swish+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="273" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O1mJq2SiKMg/UiBPq1FpbXI/AAAAAAAAFXY/xy7PMCbE8TU/s400/Swish+2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div></div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/08/alcohol-free-mouthwash-from-swish.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-2472308309739603643Thu, 01 Aug 2013 20:27:00 +00002013-08-11T00:47:51.198-07:00Life is Beautifullife's journeyThe Meaning of Life<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Life is precious, so if possible we will give our best for this one life. Ready to accept all the challenges and surprises along our journey.&nbsp; <br /><br />" Life is too short " -- this is what I always hear since when I was young. Indeed this is true, we must have to enjoy life while we have that gift. God give us only one life and if possible we have to enjoy every single moment of it. But in some way, we are just human and need more exploration in life. Problems come along the way, challenges is there always. The only thing we can do is to pray and ask God to give us more life to live and to handle those situation from time to time.<br /><br />So what is life really? In some way this is a philosophical question which everyone has different perspective what life is, when we say life, its an existence. Once you exist in this world you have life. " Life is a gift from God, what you become is your gift to God. "</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/08/the-meaning-of-life.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8462721951812399535Thu, 01 Aug 2013 09:10:00 +00002013-08-03T08:46:27.561-07:00Beauty and FashionClothingLife is BeautifulScience and HealthExercise with Ellie ActiveWear Outfit<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Everyone needs to exercise. It can be of any form and type. It can also be indoor and outdoor exercise. Be it as dancing, brisk walking, jogging, running, set-up, push-up, crunches and many more. As we know, we have to burn calories stored in our body as we eat every now and then. It's great to do it, it's great to burn unwanted calories in our body. Also, it releases stress, tensions, bad moods and all that negativity one had in mind. It makes a difference if we are doing that with a good and right suit, isn't it? <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y_fFFsjcj38/UfTs_KIBmcI/AAAAAAAAFVk/w9mjoKQLTrI/s1600/Ellie+ActiveWear+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Y_fFFsjcj38/UfTs_KIBmcI/AAAAAAAAFVk/w9mjoKQLTrI/s1600/Ellie+ActiveWear+3.jpg" /></a>&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Disclosure</b>: I received product/s above for review purposes. Your thoughts and opinions may vary from mine. FYI, I was not compensated in return of this review. This is a 100% personal honest opinion of yours truly.<b>&nbsp;</b><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eX56oIFEzhE/Ufl4Y68xV-I/AAAAAAAAFV0/EkmNSYKEuwo/s1600/sporting+Ellie+ActiveWear.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eX56oIFEzhE/Ufl4Y68xV-I/AAAAAAAAFV0/EkmNSYKEuwo/s1600/sporting+Ellie+ActiveWear.jpg" /></a></div>I'm glad I've got pair of an Active Wear from <a href="http://www.ellie.com/">Ellie.com. </a>I have few suits but it also cool to have some more and with this cool active wear. I love the below the knee-type printed side bottom or the <a href="http://www.ellie.com/outfit/30">To Dye for Capri</a> (look for the capri, not the shirt) and that three-fourth two-in-one shirt, <a href="http://www.ellie.com/outfit/29">It Takes Two Top</a> . It is a summery-look pair. It is fancy to me. Its fabric is soft, lightweight and feel so good having it while doing my exercise. I have to say Ellie got good stuffs and the best thing is, it is made in USA! I even want to more from their company, for now, I love to have another one of that top I got. And ooh they have new designs and stocks every month. Their August line is already released days ago! Yay! (You may want to check it out to check for yourself and get that <a href="http://ellie.evyy.net/i/58318/58572/1664">20% off</a> . Have a great day everyone! ~hugs&amp;kisses~</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/08/exercise-with-ellie-activewear-outfit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-7401093177935366188Sat, 27 Jul 2013 22:46:00 +00002013-07-27T15:46:55.437-07:00DIYHair JourneyHair PamperI Cut My Hair<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Last Saturday, the 13th of July, I cut my own V-Style long black hair. This was not the first time I did this. Though, I already practiced cutting hair (straight-cut and front slashed only) of my cousins and some friends as well as mine way back in my birth country when I was still young, but I most done it here in USA (where I live now with my American husband and child). It's not hard for me as I am used to it, as I said I already practiced it there.<br /><br />It has been long time that I was not able to do it, I thought I was not able to do it perfectly but when my husband said (by the way he's very particular of my hair) I did it perfectly or straightly just what I can imagine, only then I said unto myself that I did a great job. Not to brag but I'm just telling the truth. Ha! If you're here personally, then you can see. :-)<br /><br />Have a great day! Spread the positive vibes! Life is too short to spend and worry stupid things --- just live, laugh and love.&nbsp; :-)</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/07/i-cut-my-hair.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8557620092440482290Sat, 27 Jul 2013 22:13:00 +00002013-07-28T00:38:59.862-07:00I Got My Hair Curling Iron Wish!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bRJ9y0AL97w/UfHslsqNoQI/AAAAAAAAFUk/7K0-03beGGQ/s1600/Before+and+After+Using+FIE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-bRJ9y0AL97w/UfHslsqNoQI/AAAAAAAAFUk/7K0-03beGGQ/s1600/Before+and+After+Using+FIE.jpg" /></a></div>&nbsp;Ever since I haven't remember that I curled my hair through a curling iron. It is a luxury to me. It is still fresh on my mind what my cousins and me did when I was still on our elementary days. Remember those, cassava leaves? Huh? Ha! Yes, I pity those cassava root crops my grandparents planted as we got our basic curling stuff, yes, that was our curler! Ha! You can only imagine what we did. Thankfully, my grandparents didn't scolded me as we carefully took it from the banana crops. They just smiled looking at what we did, looking at our end product, curled hairs. I can't stop smiling here reminiscing those past memories I had back from my birth country. I don't know what you're thinking but that was fun! And now that I'm already married, I still didn't think of getting for myself, I just didn't think of it, not until I got a chance to have one for myself.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a4g6Wv_jyV8/UfQ5j4sX8II/AAAAAAAAFU8/CYibDWxZNvk/s1600/FIE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a4g6Wv_jyV8/UfQ5j4sX8II/AAAAAAAAFU8/CYibDWxZNvk/s1600/FIE.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Disclosure</b>: I received product/s above for review purposes. Your thoughts and opinions may vary from mine. FYI, I was not compensated in return of this review. This is a 100% personal opinion of yours truly<b>.</b></div>&nbsp; <br /><div style="text-align: right;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p_Wnxnk3Tng/UfHsnezq9hI/AAAAAAAAFUs/UT2GNNJKz_c/s1600/On+the+Move+Using+FIE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-p_Wnxnk3Tng/UfHsnezq9hI/AAAAAAAAFUs/UT2GNNJKz_c/s1600/On+the+Move+Using+FIE.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Hooray! Now I own one. Remember my post about <a href="http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/04/ceramic-tourmaline-hair-straightener.html#.UfQ3w6yKIVc">Ceramic Tourmaline Hair Straightener</a>? About my wish to own one curling iron? Yes, thanks to <a href="http://www.flatironexperts.com/">Flat Iron Experts,</a> now I have tried (and owned) a fancy curling/styling iron for my long black hair. I have to let it be manageable, meaning, it is not that black shiny hair no more as it won't effect if it is shiny, it won't curl. That KQC Thermal Shine Spray helps it after my hair already dried. You know, one has to do the curling when the hair is a little wet and yes, a little dry. That <a href="http://www.flatironexperts.com/Cortex-Pro-Collection-Ceramic-Curling-Iron-p/ctx-15cib.htm">Cortex Pro Collection Titanium Curling Iron/Styling Iron (1-1/2") CTX-15GCIBT</a> helped in curling my hair the very first time using a fancy hair styling/curling iron. I admit, I was a little nervous because it is my first and it uses electricity. I am using a hair curler which has only "on and off button" unlike the straightening iron that it has adjustments of slow heat, medium and high, though. There were "what if's" on my mind, that's why I have to do it very carefully, you know "first time". Wink. ;) Good thing, it is lightweight and its handle bar swivels naturally. Furthermore, I am grateful there's that thermal gloves packed in a <a href="http://www.flatironexperts.com/KQC-Thermal-Pouch-p/kqcheatpouch.htm">KQC Heat Resistant Thermal Pouch</a> which is a help in doing such. And I have to remember that it has to be away from my eyes and skin (just like any other curling iron). All in all, I have a pleasant and memorable "first" moment in my hair journey. Thanks also to my hubby for taking pics of me while doing it!</div></div><br />How do you like it? Thanks for being here! Have a great day! ~hugs&amp;kises~</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/07/i-got-my-curling-iron-wish.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-391061907469927500.post-8326333140009814346Mon, 15 Jul 2013 18:22:00 +00002013-07-19T21:20:35.946-07:00chocolatesmommy journeymommyhoodScience and HealthChocolates as Energy Booster and Fights SleepyHead<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Don't you love chocolates? I know a mom who really loves chocolates and she said how could she live her life without it? Wonder why? It puzzles my mind. Yes, I admit I do love eating chocolates but the fact that she can't live without it, that catches my attention.<br /><br />Then came to my experience. One time, I was so sleepy (well, if you are on my shoes, " I'm always sleepy" is an underestimate sentence to describe my responsibility. To go further, that I can't explain as of now. But you get the hint, at least) that I don't have energy to do my responsibilities as a&nbsp; mom which my&nbsp; mind told me that I have to but my body was so weak. I had to find a solution, " I have to get going " and so I did. It came to my mind about what I thought about that chocolates thing. My thoughts about it and the theory I had in mind, why she said that. Chocolates has most the same effect as coffee, for me. Then I tried, eating chocolates to have my energy back. And it worked! Yes, it worked like wonders! I had my energy back then I tried it again days after, same result. So if I don't have any ideas that can think of and dark chocolates (or any chocolates is the only available), why not take the plunge eating it. As long as I'm not hungry (chocolates contain oil that may develop heartburn, there's a big possibility that you'll throw-up or tummy trouble if you're hungry eating chocolates), I am going to indulge myself in, if that's the only thing that can bring my energy back even at least for a moment then I'll do it.<br /><br />What a journey it has been. An experience that I can prove to myself, thinking back how that busy woman/mommy cope up everyday journey she's in, and why she tells that. It may just only a metaphor but it connotes the idea that it actually is an energy booster as well as fights sleepy-ness. <br /><br />Do you think so? Why, and why not?</div>http://www.cacainadjourney.com/2013/07/chocolates-as-energy-booster-and-fights.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cacai M.)0